Antique Vintage Art Deco 925 Sterling Silver Druzy Quartz Necklace Pendant 16.8g

We have similar Quartz and Art Deco items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. Listing Description by: Cait P. Age Circa: Art Deco C. Markings: “925” on the back of the pendant. Country of Origin: Unknown. Gram Weight: 16.8 grams. Main Stone: Druzy quartz. Length: 36.4 mm. Width: 18.4 mm. Depth: 8.75 mm. Color: semi-translucent green hue. Accent Stone Measurements/Color. Stone Treatment: The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester. Stone Cuts: Polished cabochon. Length, including the bale: 2.25. Bale measurements: 12.55 mm long by 7.7 mm wide. Closure/Clasp Type: Standard bale. Handmade during the Art Deco era. Features a huge druzy quartz stones which is green, semi-translucent, and glitters in the light. Please reference the third photo provided above for a staged example of the stone’s translucency. Completed with a standard bale. Damage: Age appropriate wear. This listing is for the item only. The Art Deco era is famous for being the “Gatsby” or “Roaring Twenties” era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specially cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would usually take weeks to months to completely craft by hand. Quartz is the second most abundant mineral found in the Earth’s crust. The name is derived from the German term “quarz” and originated from the Slavic word meaning hard. It is known to be one of the hardest minerals on earth which is why it has been historically utilized in making jewelry. Quartz gemstones are hard, durable and extremely attractive. The stones can come in a variety of colors and hues. Quartz is an inexpensive mineral, while some varieties can be extremely rare, most varieties and sizes are commonly available. It has been used for centuries in the creation of jewelry and other ornamental objects. Quartz is an extremely versatile material that can be cut and carved into many shapes and sizes which has made it an asset historical and antique jewelry. Today, quartz is one of the most important gemstones in the colored stone trade and in jewelry making. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Necklaces & Pendants”. The seller is “abeautifultimeco” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown
• Style: Pendant
• Metal Purity: .925
• Main Stone: Quartz
• Metal: Sterling Silver
• Jewelry Department: Fine

Tags:168g, antique, deco, druzy, necklace, pendant, quartz, silver, sterling, vintage